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Harlequin Clown Metal Money Box Piggy Bank, Antique Austria 1880s

$680
£514
€590.67
CA$946.90
A$1,053.38
CHF 552.20
MX$12,872.08
NOK 7,031.53
SEK 6,619.22
DKK 4,409.15
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About the Item

Gorgeous antique metal money bank. A beautiful decorative item in metal with a lock. Made in Austria, circa 1880s or older. Nice addition to any collection, desktop, living room or children's room. Found at an estate sale in Vienna, Austria. Because of its age, the lock sometimes works, sometimes it doesn't really work properly. This is probably age-related and could certainly be remedied by a professional.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 8.88 in (22.56 cm)Width: 4.5 in (11.43 cm)Depth: 3.75 in (9.53 cm)
  • Style:
    Art Nouveau (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1880s
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Minor fading. With minor signs of wear as expected with age and use. Obviously this item is not new, so please check all photos before purchase.
  • Seller Location:
    Nuernberg, DE
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: VV_88811stDibs: LU3998139866932

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